Training high potential entrepreneurs at a startup accelerator,Nailab
Join me in training high potential early entrepreneurs at Akirachix in Nairobi. It was an incredible series of days with a broad range of topics in Marketing and Digital strategy
5 lessons the death of Grace Makosewe and Achieng’ Abura has taught me about career and life
I heard about the death of the Grace Makosewe and Achieng’Abura on social media, and in each case it was a ‘what?’ ‘what?’ gut wrenching reaction.Then it dawned that the reality is, everything, no matter how beautiful,talented and glamorous has a start has an end, and so does life. It got me thinking and reflecting…
Aspire Magazine features linaconnect.com in its global magazine
What a wonderful opportunity!Aspire foundation sharing the linaconnect story with readers from all over the world! Have a look at page 12
Victor Peace works his photoshoot magic;behind the scenes
Every two years or so, it is important to take professional pictures for visa applications (don’t smile, show your ears), formal pictures for work, and casual pictures for promotional purposes such as for magazines, for personal memories among others. This year, I had an amazing photoshoot with celebrity photographer Victor Peace. The behind the scenes prep work reminded me…
Moderating ‘Entrepreneur’s corner’ on ‘Marketing Strategy for startups’
A 2 hour Marketing Strategy conversation with OLX, business leaders and other startups in the ecosystem, condensed into 10 minutes of wisdom of how small businesses can scale fast by failing forward, testing concepts and using modern media.
Aprelle launches a luxury made in Africa
Aprelle Duany shares the incredible story of the launch of her brainchild, an African luxury handbag brand, and the audacity of her vision and hope for her first collection
Lina is a Media, Marketing Communications and Business Strategy professional with over 10 years experience. She loves travel and adventure despite being challenged in reading maps, is passionate about entrepreneurship and is usually at the right place at the right time for opportunity.
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Great lessons on pitching, marketing, and branding. I loved it, the session was incredible!
Keziah Biwott
Entreprenuer
Lina is an amazing public speaker, approachable and friendly. She presents marketing with clarity that makes it easy to understand and remember, I feel I now want to get into marketing! I would recommend Lina highly!
Faith Christine Gor, CEO
Nutrition Entrepreneur
Lina has so much to offer, high confidence and intellect, if only we had more time to learn from her!
Georgina Okaka
Farming Business Founder
Lina offered an interactive training that shared her great personal experience, motivation and energy to her full capacity. She held nothing back.
Enid Mwayuli
Entreprenuer
I got the promotion with a salary increment in 4 minutes flat.
Joseph M
System Analyst, Tech Company
I was offered Chief Commercial Officer job, more than 30% extra pay plus commission and the flexibility to work part time so that I can pick my son up from school early in the afternoon.
You are a great mentor! I love the energy, professionalism and ability to relate with your audience.
Mary Njoroge
University Student
I learned so much about personal branding, confidence and self-presentation. I gained clarity on my next steps as the knowledge is applicable in real life.
Sarah Tabaji
Entreprenuer
Lina is a superb moderator with great energy and skill in keeping everyone on task and on time.
Elizabeth Rees
Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) Kenya Coordinator at U.S. Department of State
The workshop was interactive, interesting beneficial for real life startups, and real businesses. It was not a hypothetical class at all.
Olive Chao, Founder
House of Chao